In Bengali 'jhal' means spicy and 'muri' means puffed rice.
Green kurta, green leggings, green waistcoat, green band holding her bun in place and - gasp! - were those green chillies dangling from Rakhi Sawant's ears?
This Bengali-style steamed mango and mustard prawn curry makes for top class weekend khana.
A marriage of stuffed eggplant or brinjal and South Indian-flavoured rice has a new outcome.
Rice goes down far lighter and smoother in summer when turned into a cooling Thayir Sadam.
A one-pot meal packed with nutrition and taste.
Raw green chickpeas is nicest lightly boiled with chopped onion. But try this take.
Swap your regular dosas for a healthier option that's nutritious.
You can't go through life without a jar of South Indian tomato chutney in the you fridge.
Two homemade treats that will transform your Christmas celebration into a glorious one.
A mildly-spiced, sans too much garam masala 'hotel'-style potatoes with peas in a thick gravy that goes well with butter naans.
Make the most out of the fresh guavas arriving in the marker with this unusual seasonal recipe.
Home chef Suresh Moopanar tells us how to make a good drumstick curry.
Millets, dal and a bunch of spices can be steamed together for an awesome version of this rice cake.
Several ingredients come together to create this savoury, fiery curry that will knock your socks off.
Prawns cooked inside a tender coconut is a favourite among Bengalis.
The celeb chefs show us fun ways to incorporate fruits and veggies into your Diwali menu.
Planning to make a delicious appetiser for a get-together?
Kebabs can also be healthy, gluten-free and vegan.
Three tasty coconut-based vegetable recipes for your Onam Sadya.
A South Indian curry bursting with spice and tanginess.
Raw Jackfruit Curry, also called Ahuna Kathal, is a specialty in Champaran, Bihar.
Perfectly crisped kale leaves is a great snack or side.
A wonderful addition to your weekend spread.
Get transported to Bengal with this simple, yum meal.
A rice cooked with dahi kadhi is a soothing evening or weekend meal.
A summer drink for combatting the heat.
This wonderful-tasting gluten-free dosa is made with samo rice and sabudana.
These fruit and nut kebabs are great for a weekend brunch.
Eat meat the way Mughal emperors did and cook up a storm and win hearts with this mutton delight.
A warm bowl of any of these khichdis are perfect for a light supper.
Readers share their favourite rainy day recipes.
Kick start your day with a fulfilling breakfast at home, the Indian way!
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